Fillmore County, Nebraska Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 50th-largest in Nebraska
The population of Fillmore County, Nebraska is 5,551 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 50th-largest county in Nebraska. The median household income is $76,354, the median home value is $131,200, and the median age is 46.3.
The population of Fillmore County has declined 6.1% since 2010 (5,869 → 5,512), a -0.45% annualized rate.
5,551
Population
-0.45%
Annual growth
10
People / sq mi
$76,354
Median Income
$131,200
Median Home Value
Fillmore County covers 575 sq mi of land at 9.6 people per square mile.
About Fillmore County, NE
Fillmore County skews on age — the median resident is 46.3, older than the national median. Fillmore County is a county in Nebraska with a population of 5,551. It ranks #50 among counties in Nebraska by population.
The typical household earns $76,354 a year, near the US median of $78,538. Only 5.8% of residents live in poverty, below the national 12.4%. Housing is relatively affordable, with a median home value of $131,200, with typical rent around $667.
Roughly 21.9% of adults have a bachelor’s, below the national 35.0%. About 7.0% of the workforce is home-based, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 21 minutes each way.
The age structure shapes everything downstream in Fillmore County — from housing demand to the mix of working-age earners reflected in the income figures above.
Fillmore County Population History (2010-2024)
The county of Fillmore County had a population of 5,869 in 2010 and 5,512 in 2024, a -6.1% growth over 14 years. The peak was 5,869 in 2010. Average annual growth rate: -0.44%.
5,512
Population (2024)
5,869
Population (2010)
5,869
Peak (2010)
-0.44%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 5,869 |
| 2011 | 5,825 |
| 2012 | 5,710 |
| 2013 | 5,635 |
| 2014 | 5,601 |
| 2015 | 5,552 |
| 2016 | 5,619 |
| 2017 | 5,559 |
| 2018 | 5,531 |
| 2019 | 5,484 |
| 2020 | 5,569 |
| 2021 | 5,554 |
| 2022 | 5,529 |
| 2023 | 5,539 |
| 2024 | 5,512 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 94.8% |
| Black or African American | 0.3% |
| Asian | 0.1% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.8% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Age & Sex
46.3
Median Age
49.5%
Female
50.5%
Male
23.7%
Age 65+
Age Distribution
Children (under 15): 16.5% · Seniors (65+): 23.7%
Income & Poverty
| Median household income | $76,354+$1,369 vs state |
| Mean household income | $105,116 |
| Per-capita income | $43,413 |
| Poverty rate | 5.8%-0.9% vs state |
| Unemployment rate | 0.4% |
| Employment-to-population | 68.3% |
Top Industries by Employment
The largest employment sector in Fillmore County is professional & business services, accounting for 20.9% of workers.
How residents commute
0.0%
Drive alone
4.9%
Carpool
77.3%
Public transit
7.0%
Work from home
20.6 min
Avg commute
Housing
$131,200$-92,600 vs state
Median home value
$667
Median rent
80.1%
Homeownership rate
2,733
Total housing units
87.2%
Occupied
12.8%
Vacant
19.9%
Renter-occupied
Social & access
95.8%
With health insurance
87.9%
With broadband internet
19.0%
Foreign-born
7.3%
Veterans (18+)
14.6%
With a disability
97.9%
Speak language other than English at home
Education
94.7%
High School+
21.9%
Bachelor's+
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Frequently Asked Questions
Fillmore County, Nebraska has a population of 5,551 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 50th-largest county in Nebraska. Population density is 10 people per square mile.
The population of Fillmore County has declined 6.1% since 2010 (5,869 → 5,512), a -0.45% annualized rate.
The median household income in Fillmore County, Nebraska is $76,354, with mean (average) household income of $105,116 and per-capita income of $43,413. 5.8% of residents live below the federal poverty level.
In Fillmore County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (94.8%), Hispanic or Latino (1.8%), Black or African American (0.3%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.
The median age in Fillmore County, Nebraska is 46.3 years. Residents are 49.5% female and 50.5% male.
The median home value in Fillmore County is $131,200 and median monthly rent is $667. 80.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 2,733 total housing units, 12.8% of which are vacant.
The largest employment sector in Fillmore County, Nebraska is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 20.9% of workers. The unemployment rate is 0.4%.
Omaha is among the largest cities associated with Fillmore County, Nebraska, with a population of 488,197.
Fillmore County, NE Climate
Fillmore County, NE has an average annual temperature of 10.5°C (51°F) and receives about 734 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
10.5°C
Avg Temp
734
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | -5° / 23° | 15 mm |
| February | -2° / 29° | 15 mm |
| March | 4° / 40° | 57 mm |
| April | 11° / 51° | 73 mm |
| May | 17° / 62° | 115 mm |
| June | 22° / 72° | 101 mm |
| July | 25° / 76° | 89 mm |
| August | 23° / 74° | 82 mm |
| September | 19° / 65° | 78 mm |
| October | 12° / 53° | 54 mm |
| November | 3° / 38° | 38 mm |
| December | -2° / 28° | 17 mm |
1970–2000 normals from WorldClim 2.1 (~9 km grid). Precipitation can be less precise near mountains or coastlines, where rainfall varies sharply over short distances.
Best time to visit Fillmore County, NE
The most comfortable months to visit Fillmore County, NE are typically June, September and August, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 31°C high). The coldest is January (near -11°C low). May is usually the wettest month.
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